1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 710 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Bentley Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Turbo | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 55 L |
